JFK Internship Opportunities
Columbia Point
Boston, MA 02125-3398
617-514-1629
www.jfklibrary.org
The John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum is currently seeking applicants for a part-time position in our Archives Processing Unit. Through this internship you will learn the basic principles of arrangement and description, as well as preservation and rehousing techniques. In addition, you may participate in the preparation, scanning, and entry of metadata involved in a large-scale digitization process, where you will be introduced to theories and practices surrounding content management and digital asset management systems.
As an intern at the JFK Library, you will work alongside and learn from professional archivists. You will be encouraged to ask questions about the profession and the processes employed by the Library, and you will have the unique opportunity to gain experience at a Presidential Library, which is part of the National Archives and Records Administration. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in gaining experience in an archives setting while attending graduate school.
Interns will be paid $12.50 per hour, and may work between the hours of 8:30am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday. The library is accessible by public transportation; free parking is also available. For directions and additional information, please visit our website, http://www.jfklibrary.org
Interested applicants should submit a resume of their educational and professional experiences, along with the name of at least one reference, to:
Internship Coordinator
John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum
Columbia Point
Boston, MA 02125